The DC Traveler » sushi http://www.thedctraveler.com A Washington DC insider's travel guide that's full of area information for both tourists and residents. Covers area attractions, activities, events, nightlife, memorials and monuments, historic sites, museums, the Smithsonian... Tue, 08 Sep 2009 18:17:43 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 Sushi, Cheese & Beer at National Geographic http://www.thedctraveler.com/2008/03/sushi-cheese-beer-at-national-geographic/ http://www.thedctraveler.com/2008/03/sushi-cheese-beer-at-national-geographic/#comments Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:41:17 +0000 http://www.thedctraveler.com/sushi-cheese-beer-at-national-geographic/ Post from: The DC Traveler

]]> When I’ve written about events at the National Geographic Explorers Hall, it’s usually about animals, nature or extreme travel.  But in April and May, National Geographic Explorers Hall is hosting three international food events; all that look really fun.

The Grand Sushi and Saki Event – Wednesday, April 2, 2008, 7:00 p.m.Sushi

  • Join grand master sushi chefs as they present sustainable sushi offerings, Japanese Saki and beer selections. The tasting is immediately after a presentation by the author of  The Zen of Fish: The Story of Sushi, from Samurai to Supermarket, Trevor Corson. Cost – $95.00

The Master Cheese Monger’s Favorites – Wednesday, April 30, 2008, 7:00 p.m.

  • Foodie and author of Cheese Primer, Steve Jenkins was the first American to be inducted into the prestigious Guilde du St. Uguzon in France. He an also be heard on NPR’s The Splendid Table.  He’ll be serving up some great cheeses from around the globe, many not available in the U.S.  And what’s cheese without a nice glass of wine? Best Sellars wine stores co-founder, Joshua Wesson, will be serving a sampling of especially selected wines to pair with the cheeses. Cost – $75.00

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The Italian Beer Renaissance – Thursday, May 8, 2008, 7:00 p.m.

  • I’ve been drinking Italian beers for years. And I guess there’s a beer revolution in Italy. Several fine mircobreweries have opened around the country and the brews they create go far beyond traditional Euro-styles.  Join Garrett Oliver, the brewmaster of The Brooklyn Brewery and author of The Brewmaster’s Table for a sampling of some of Italy’s newer beers.   Cost – $75.00

National Geographic Explorers Hall 
1145 17th Street, NW, at M Street, NW
Washington, DC (map it)
202-857-7588

Tickets – Available by phone at 202-661-7585. Attendees must be 21 or over.

Nearest Metro subway station – Farragut West – Orange line, then a two block walk.

 

Images – Flickr: beer coasters, cheese, sushi. 

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]]> Attention All Sushi Lovers – Sushi Making Class and Sake Tasting for Singles

Learn to make sushi and enjoy a sake tasting with DC single professionals at one of DC’s popular sushi bars.

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Watch as a top sushi chef creates about a half dozen different types of authentic Japanese sushi and learn about the origins of sake and how best to enjoy it.  Then enjoy the results along with an array of appetizers.  Ask questions about fish selection, rice preparation and making a wasabi dipping sauce your friends will love.

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Date - Tuesday, January 30th at 7:30 p.m.

Cost – $42.00

Location - Singapore Bistro – 1134 19th Street NW Washington DC

Registration
You must register in advance with Goldstar Events, a popular DC events organizer, which will begin your weekly newsletter subscription (spam free).  Use a DC zip code such as 20002 to select your location. You must then register for this specific event. 

Singles are preferred at this event, but couples are welcome.

Nearest Metro subway station – Farragut North – Red Line or Farragut West – Blue and Orange Lines

Photo credits: flickr
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